LGBTQ+ Health Articles and Information

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Depression in the LGBTQIA+ Community

October 12, 2021

Members of the LGBTQ+ community have a higher risk of depression than others. Know the symptoms and how to get help. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, LGBTQIA+ Health, Mental Health
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UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Understanding LGBTQIA+ Identities

September 20, 2021

Want to be a good ally but aren’t sure about the proper terms or even how to ask about pronouns? Dr. Joy Gero, Program Manager for LGBTQ Health, UPMC Health Services Division answers some of the questions you may have been afraid to ask. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Adult Congenital Heart Disease Center
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, LGBTQIA+ Health, UPMC HealthBeat Podcast
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Finding a Doctor Who Is an LGBTQIA+ Ally

September 13, 2021

Here's how to find an LGBTQ friendly doctor who is a willing ally to gay, trans, and queer people and understand their healthcare needs. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Adult Congenital Heart Disease Center
Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
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Depression and Anxiety in The Transgender Community

September 2, 2021

Transgender people have an increased risk of anxiety and depression, but a supportive social network reduces this risk. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health
Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
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Supporting Transgender and Other Gender-Diverse Youth: Understanding Gender Identity in Children

August 31, 2021

Want to be an ally to gender-diverse youth? Here are some tips to help you support transgender and gender-diverse youth. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
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Understanding LGBTQIA+ Identities: Key Definitions to Know

June 21, 2021

It's important to respect and honor people's sexual orientation and gender identity and expression. Get the facts. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Adult Congenital Heart Disease Center
Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
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Support for LGBTQIA+ Youth

March 31, 2021

Providing support for LGBTQ kids and young adults is crucial. It can be as easy as listening and asking what you can do to help them. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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What Are LGBTQIA+ Health Care Disparities?

January 27, 2021

Access to quality health care is especially important for LGBTQ individuals. Read about LGBTQ health disparities at UPMC HealthBeat. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Adult Congenital Heart Disease Center
Categorized as: Health Equity, LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
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LGBTQIA+ Mental Health: How to Support the LGBTQIA+ Youth in Your Life

August 25, 2020

LGBTQ youth may face mental health challenges. Here are ways you can show support to an LGBTQ youth in your life. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness, Mental Health, Pediatrics
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